Al Spinello

About Al Spinello

Seasoned finance leader with over 20 years of progressive experience spanning Private Equity controllership, SEC reporting, technical accounting, M&A, SOX compliance, and audit services. Proven track record guiding organizations through IPO readiness and Private Equity transactions, while providing strategic insights on complex accounting issues across various industries, including power & utilities, real estate, business services, and retail.Combining Big 4 public accounting foundations with executive-level roles at private equity portfolio companies in their early or late-stage investment cycle as well as multi-billion-dollar public companies, I specialize in implementing scalable financial reporting solutions, strengthening internal controls, and leading cross-functional teams through high-impact process improvements. Known for a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach to financial leadership.Core Competencies:• US GAAP & IFRS• Private Equity transactions• IPO Readiness & Capital Markets• SEC Reporting & Compliance• M&A Due Diligence & Integration• Asset Valuation & Impairment• Financial Reporting Systems Implementation• SOX Compliance & Internal Controls• Process Optimization• Talent Development & Team Leadership

Experience

1. Chief Accounting Officer (Cao)

   Priority Power

   Oct 2021 — Present · Arlington, TX, US

   As CAO at Priority Power, I lead the company’s accounting operations, financial systems, and internal control environment. I collaborate with executive leadership to shape financial strategy and support critical business transactions, all while ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with industry best practices.Key Achievements:• Implemented financial systems improvements that increased reporting accuracy and reduced close-cycle duration• Supported major business transactions by providing accounting leadership and ensuring adherence to technical standards and regulatory requirements• Enhanced the internal control framework, strengthening compliance and operational integrity across accounting functions• Introduced process enhancements that streamlined workflows and improved overall efficiency in financial reporting and complianceFocus Areas: Accounting Operations | Internal Controls | Regulatory Compliance | Technical Accounting | Business Transactions | Financial Systems | Financial Strategy | Process Optimization | Executive Collaboration

Education

• Università di Catania

  Bachelor of Economics & Commerce, Accounting and Business/Management

• Central Connecticut State University

  MBA, International Business

Skills

• Account Reconciliation
• Internal Controls
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Cpa
• Consolidation
• Ifrs
• Revenue Recognition
• Leadership
• Auditing
• Gaap
• Financial Reporting
• Forecasting
• External Audit
• Variance Analysis
• Internal Audit
• Cash Flow
• Financial Statements
• Sec Filings
• Accounting